HVAC FAQs in Palm Springs

Our Palm Springs HVAC Service Team Can Answer Your Questions

At Blair Heating & Air, we encourage our customers to actively educate
themselves on the different features and needs of their
air conditioning and
heating system. Despite our
24/7 emergency service, we can only do so much for your HVAC and half of the responsibility for
maintaining your equipment still relies on you. We also recognize that
you may have questions about your air conditioning or heating system that
don’t necessarily require a service per se and we are more than
happy to provide you with answers. Our goal has always been the comfort
and happiness of our customers and we strive to make this happen by helping
you every way we can. See our responses to some of the most frequently
asked questions about air conditioning and heating systems in Palm Springs
and the rest of Coachella Valley.

Is There Something I Should Check Before Calling a Technician? Our Palm Springs HVAC service team knows that discovering that your equipment
is not working can send anyone into a full panic mode. However, just to
be sure, you may want to check if the air handler or furnace is plugged
in. Make sure as well that the breakers and disconnects are turned on
and the thermostat is set at the right temperature. If after this checklist,
your HVAC is still not working, call Blair Heating & Air immediately.

How Do I Know if My HVAC System is Big Enough? Don’t be easily swayed by design or advanced features when purchasing
a new air conditioning or heating replacement. Make sure first that the
size is the most suitable for your Palm Springs home. Bigger is definitely
not always better, often resulting in inefficiency and excess charges
on your utility bills. When purchasing for an air conditioning or heating
replacement, contact our highly skilled technicians so that we can provide
you with a heat load calculation that can determine the proper unit size
that you need. We can also make recommendations and install this for you
in a quick and efficient manner.

If the System Has More Capacity, Does that Mean It’s Better? A larger HVAC system with more capacity doesn’t necessarily mean
better. Most of the time, these types of systems deliver less comfort
and are more costly to operate. An air conditioner with more capacity
run on several short cycles, turning on and off repeatedly, making it
less efficient and unable to remove humidity from the air effectively.
To know which air conditioner capacity is right for your home, we recommend
that you contact our highly skilled technicians. We can do a thorough
inspection of your home and help you make informed decisions on the right
air conditioner capacity that can give you the highest level of comfort.

What Temperature Should I Set My Thermostat? The temperature on your thermostat usually depends on the season outside.
Since the summer months in Palm Springs can extend up to nine months,
it may be safe to say that you only have to set your thermostat twice.
On hot, humid days, the common temperature setting is 78° to 80°
while in the winter, the average is around 70° to 72°. Don’t
try to set your thermostat to drastic temperatures such as lower than
5° as this can cause your unit to work harder, making it more prone
to wear and tear and other system problems.

What Maintenance Should I Do on My HVAC System? Your air conditioner and heating system are composed of several intricate
parts that only a professional should handle. The best maintenance that
you can do for your HVAC system is to ensure that they are clean. Make
sure to change your air conditioning and furnace filters once a month
to ensure efficiency. If you have cloth filters, you should also have
this cleaned monthly. Keep your dogs or cats away from your system as
well. In the years that we have been in this business, we have seen how
your beloved pet’s urine can cost expensive damages to your system.

How Can I Increase the Efficiency & Life of My Home’s HVAC System? When you want your air conditioning and heating system to work at its
peak performance every time, make sure that you keep it clean and change
the filters regularly. It is also advisable to have your system inspected
by our highly skilled Palm Springs HVAC service team annually for proper
overall maintenance that can extend the lifespan of your equipment. You
may also want to observe your HVAC system for signs of issues such as
leaks, strange noises, and odors, as well as frequent breakdowns. At the
first sign of a problem, keep in mind that Blair Heating & Air is
here to serve you 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

For any other questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact
our office at (760) 853-5027!